Drop Necklaces
1990s Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Onyx, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel, Steel
1980s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Onyx
1960s American Vintage Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Opal, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Silver, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
1920s Hong Kong Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces
Onyx, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Tourmaline, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Drop Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, Ruby, Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Si...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Drop Necklaces
Also called Y necklaces as they are designed to hang a certain way, vintage drop necklaces are striking and adaptable. They can enhance everything from a casual sweater-and-jeans combo to an elegant heels-and-evening-dress pairing.
Adornment is an ancient human practice, with archeologists identifying early jewelry made from bones, claws and shells. As technology has advanced, so too have jewelry designs and the design of necklaces, from the simple to the intricate.
Drop necklaces come from lariat-style necklaces, which are chain necklaces that end in a tassel or pendant. A drop necklace’s design, meanwhile, is long with open ends, and it usually does not have a clasp. It consists of a single chain that wraps around the neck and a centerpiece — sometimes featuring a diamond or pearls — that hangs down to the middle of the chest. Drop necklaces frequently come in lengths from 16 to 20 inches, with the vertical lines making them appear longer than other necklaces of the same length.
Drop necklaces are extremely versatile, able to be worn knotted, draped or looped. They can be chunky statement pieces or thin, minimal designs. The range of drop necklaces that can be found on 1stDibs can accentuate the plunging necklines of modern looks or add flair to a basic ensemble.